Ammodytes americanus — Overview

American Sand Lance learn more about names for this taxon

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Biology

Found in shallow coastal waters as well as in protected bays and estuaries (Ref. 10198). Occurs in large schools and burrows in the sand at times to a depth of several inches.

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